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WorksheetsComputer Terms
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 19mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
What is an avatar as it relates to computers?
a)
Blue Creature from the movies
b)
Type of Pokemon
c)
An icon or figure representing a particular person
d)
place that stores memory
2.
What is bandwidth?
a)
How wide your waistband expands to
b)
transmission capacity of a computer network
c)
the monitors
d)
a program that blocks viruses
3.
What does bookmark refer to?
a)
a shortcut to a website
b)
piece of paper that keeps your spot in a book
c)
where you log in on a computer
d)
storage area in your computer
4.
A browser is...
a)
someone that fixes computers
b)
storage device for computer files
c)
Character from Mario Cart
d)
an application program that provides a way to look at and interact with all the information on the World Wide We
5.
What does a byte refer to?
a)
a unit of memory
b)
when your computer gets a virus
c)
a good place to eat
d)
unwanted e-mail
6.
Cache refers to
a)
high speed internet
b)
refers to storing data so future requests for that data can be served faster;
c)
Virtual Money spent to purchase things on the internet
d)
$$$
7.
Captcha refers to
a)
system intended to distinguish human from machine input
b)
When you get caught on a bad website
c)
Screenshot
d)
Input device
8.
Cloud Computing
a)
using a network of remote servers on the Internet to store, manage, and process data, rather than a personal computer.
b)
a way to filter internet content
c)
the use of icons or pictures to represent programs
d)
when too many people are on the internet and it slows things down
9.
Cookies...
a)
are devices used to input data
b)
are the smallest portion of data recognized by computing systems
c)
provide a way for the website to recognize you and keep track of your preferences
d)
should be given to your teacher to make them happy
10.
Download refers to...
a)
bringing a file from the internet onto a device
b)
the amount of memory needed to run programs
c)
the speed of your internet connection
d)
malicious programs that seek to corrupt your computer
11.
What is a driver?
a)
Program that starts up when a computer is turned on
b)
A file received from another computer
c)
a website that take you from point A to point B
d)
A program that controls a device
12.
Embed refers to
a)
a device that captures sound
b)
incorporating (a video or other item of data) within the body of a web page or other document
c)
covering a file in a protected folder
d)
the function of a movie player on your desktop
13.
A file extension is
a)
when you open a file and add more to it
b)
a dangerous file that can cause harm to your computer
c)
a group of letters occurring after a period in a file name, indicating the format of the file
d)
a group of programs used to make presentations
14.
An internet filter is
a)
a program that screens the content of a website
b)
a box that speeds up your internet
c)
a group of websites focused on one topic used for research
d)
illegal in most states
15.
A firewall
a)
is the part of the computer that keeps it from overheating
b)
is a specially designed output device what consists of multiple ports for connectivity
c)
is a network security system that monitors and controls the incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules
d)
is a system used to turn on and off computers
16.
A hard drive
a)
is a complex password that usually consist of upper and lower case letters, numbers, and symbols
b)
is when you get nauseous when in a car too long
c)
is a hardware device that's used to store information like software and files
d)
allows you to adjust the monitors brightness and contrast
17.
An IP address
a)
is where you may purchase computers, laptops, and other technology devices
b)
refers to a specific name for a website
c)
keeps your computer secure from malicious programs
d)
is a unique, identifying number for a piece of hardware within a network
18.
Malware
a)
software that is intended to damage or disable computers
b)
computer storage device that is easily transported
c)
trusted websites used for professional research
d)
the process of closing down all programs and apps before logging off
19.
PING refers to
a)
determining whether there is a connection between computers or networks
b)
when a computer freezes and is no longer responsive
c)
Background noise cause by multiple tabs being opened
d)
the sound effects used when opening and closing apps
20.
Geotag
a)
A group of computers connected in a particular state or region
b)
Tags that are attached to devices to find laptops and phones that are lost
c)
an electronic tag that assigns a geographical location to a photograph or video
d)
Prices on electronic devices that are typically cheaper than others
21.
SPAM
a)
unsolicited or undesired electronic messages
b)
fun games that can be accessed via the internet
c)
food you can eat while browsing the web that increases focus
d)
stands for Super Programs, Apps, and Movies
22.
Spyware
a)
someone that watches you to try and figure out your passwords
b)
is software that aims to gather information about a person or organization without their knowledge
c)
program that allows you unlimited lives on internet games
d)
Software that trains you on how to be a spy
23.
Upload
a)
sending a file from your computer to another system
b)
When your computer runs out of memory
c)
refers to the amount of data your computer can process in a given time
d)
the process of deleting unwanted files
24.
Virus
a)
unwanted e-mail
b)
When you get sick from the germs on someones computer or phone
c)
a piece of code that is capable of copying itself and typically corrupts or destroys data
d)
When a video gets is shared multiple times and becomes very popular in a short amount of time
25.
Hard Reboot
a)
is the process of restarting a computer manually
b)
is the casing around your computers processors and chips
c)
is the process of making your passwords more secure
d)
When a person steals information by logging onto someone else'c account
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